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Tropical Forest Regeneration Philosophy We are stewards of the natural world, not just its consumers. La Reserva is an expression of our desire to find a balance between personal needs and the needs of the planet. The Earth is our home, and we have a responsibility to take good care of her. We, the people, can work on the problems of climate change together, regardless of our political affiliation, by participating in activities promoting environmental health. This will be a great healing work for our planet and the human race.
We want to be not just carbon neutral, but carbon negative. Throughout the world, people are engaging with their communities to reduce the impact of global warming. Forests are natural carbon sinks and, left intact and allowed to grow, are a means of storing vast amounts of carbon dioxide. We believe in the continuity of the land. La Reserva recognizes the importance of traditional land ownership in a rural culture, where farms pass from one generation to the next. Our forestry incentive program allows farms to remain in the hands of local families and out of the hands of real estate developers. Strong local examples change attitudes. La Reserva clearly demonstrates that modest but persistent efforts to regenerate tropical forest from pastures have a positive effect on our neighbors, many of whom are following our example by planting trees or changing land use in the direction of conservation.
The Earth will reward us for selfless efforts. We believe that, giving back in an effort to heal the planet, we will be rewarded with clean air, abundant fresh water, medicinal plants, food, and jobs. We have faith that the potential benefits for humankind are enormous. We believe in the essential goodness of all peoples. The La Reserva project is an expression of our profound optimism and faith that all humans are gifted with the inherent desire to do right and to express compassion. This is why we do not take an offensive stance against large polluters but ask, instead, for their cooperation in working toward the common good. |
This we know — the Earth does not belong to man, man belongs to the Earth. All things are connected like the blood that unites one family. Whatever befalls the Earth befalls the sons of the Earth. Man did not weave the web of life; he is merely a strand of it. Whatever he does to the web, he does to himself. Each man is good in the sight of the Great Spirit. |
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